Athena SWAN success for Cardiovascular

The Division is pleased to announce it has been granted a Silver Athena SWAN department award by the Equality Challenge Unit. The award, announced today, recognises the Division’s commitment to advancing women's careers in science.

To be successful, applicants to the charter needed to undertake detailed analysis of their practices, enabling them to plan measurable action that makes a real impact.

Commenting on the award, Head of the Cardiovascular Division, Professor Ajay Shah said:‘I'm absolutely delighted that all the work we have done on Athena SWAN over the last several years has been recognised by a Silver award. Credit goes to the Divisional self-assessment team and to Professors Cathy Shanahan and Metin Avkiran for leading on this’.

The Cardviovascular Division were one of six Athena SWAN Awards granted to King’s today, including five Department awards in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine.  Commenting on the achievements of the Faculty, Professor Sir Robert Lechler, Vice Principal (Health) said: ‘This is a proud achievement for the five Divisions in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine.  Athena Swan recognition is vitally important to demonstrate to current and potential employees and students our commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEM.’